NC’s Delhi protest draws oppn flak; BJP slams Omar for ignoring floods, PDP asks him to emulate Wangchuk
National Conference held a protest in Delhi seeking statehood restoration. Other parties criticized the party president and chief minister for their absence. BJP stated the government should have been present to manage flood relief efforts. PDP suggested learning from activist Sonam Wangchuk's mobilization efforts. CPM legislator Tarigami expressed full support for the protest's objective.
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